Finance Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya

ACDI / VOCA

Job Title: 
Finance Manager, Kenya REGAL-AG

Department:
 Enterprise Development Portfolio
 
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 
Reports To: Chief of Party
    
Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. 

Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. 

ACDI/VOCA has approximately 76 projects in 36 countries and revenues of about $170 million.  

Summary: As part of the U.S. government’s expanded Feed the Future strategy in Kenya, ACDI/VOCA is implementing a five-year, USAID-funded program to increase economic growth in the counties of Marsabit and Isiolo by building a more inclusive and competitive livestock value chain.

The REGAL-AG program builds upon and deepens the USAID investment in select areas to improve the inclusiveness and competitiveness of the livestock value chain in Isiolo and Marsabit Counties while furthering livestock-related economic opportunities.  

A key focus on the project involves facilitating behavior change in actors all along the chain – from livestock keepers, to middlemen, traders, transporters, and buyers – in order to improve their economic resilience and stimulate growth.

In order to garner community-driven, basic infrastructure improvement projects that will help lay the foundation for improved market access for pastoralists, REGAL-Accelerated Growth has established a Community Contracting Fund. 

This flexible contracting mechanism will provide investment in livestock-focused infrastructure in order to alleviate market constraints and benefit the local communities. We expect these investments to result in more efficient market places, and increased revenue for community institutions as well as county governments. 

The Finance Manager will be in charge of the overall financial management of the REGAL-AG program. 

REGAL-AG builds upon and deepens the USAID investment in select areas to improve the inclusiveness and competitiveness of the livestock value chain in two counties while furthering livestock-related economic opportunities.  

A key focus on the project will involve facilitating behavior change in actors all along the chain – from livestock keepers, to middlemen, traders, transporters, and buyers – in order to improve their economic resilience and stimulate growth.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for budgeting and preparing requisite financial statements and reports as well as for establishing and implementing the subcontracts required under the project, including oversight of the Innovation Fund.     

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. 

Other duties may be assigned.
1.    Carry out the financial management of ACDI/VOCA project funds, ensuring strict compliance with USAID rules and regulations, the terms of the contract, Kenyan law, and ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures (in particular the Field Financial Manual, the Grants and Contracts Manual, the Procurement Policy, and the Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy).
2.    Maintain proper internal controls over the receipt, disbursement, and administration of all financial resources.
3.    Administer program procurements/purchases, including document review and approval and ensure support documentation requirements are met and procurements/purchases are within budget.
4.    Monitor compliance with approved budgets and draft financial analyses for review and use by the COP and ACDI/VOCA headquarters to effectively manage operating and project funds. Ensure that regular budget reconciliations and tracking are maintained in the field for all program funding sources.
5.    Oversee Preparation and submission of the monthly financial report, supporting documentation, field cash reconciliation and cash projections for approval.
6.    Provide oversight and guidance to the preparation of statutory monthly and annual tax return reports for local tax authorities.
7.    Develop staff capacity in basic aspects of financial management.
8.    Oversee acquisition and management of office property, project vehicles and bank accounts in compliance with ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures.
9.    Coordinate closely with the HQ-based Project Accountant, the HQ-based Project Coordinator, and the HQ-based Contracts Administrator as necessary
10.  Assist program staff to develop work plans and annual budgets for the project and the office costs.
11.  Collaborate with internal and external auditors and ensure prompt implementation of their recommendations
Required Qualifications
  • Master Degree in related discipline (e.g., finance, accounting) with at least 5 years of relevant experience with an international organization
  • CPA(K)/ACCA or equivalent certification
  • Strong experience in Financial management and administration on USAID funded contracts
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, strong leadership, negotiation, diplomacy and team work skills
  • Experience in managing team
  • Sound working knowledge of information technology; experience in usage of Quick Books accounting systems, MS Office software programs and advances comprehension of spreadsheet and database programs
  • Ability to work in a diverse and multicultural setting
  • Proficiency in English with strong ability to communicating orally
Supervisory Responsibilities: 

The Finance Manager will directly supervise the Accounts and Finance Staff. 

The Finance Manager will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with ACDI/VOCA policy and the applicable laws of Kenya.  

To be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your resume to regalag@joinav.org. 

Please include the position title in the subject line and state your salary expectation.  

Only finalists will be contacted. 


Please apply by close of business May 11, 2015.